Our Values

We are inclusive, affirming, responsible, and value diversity in all we do.

Inclusive:● We are community-minded.● We support all our stakeholders: under-represented communities, composers, audiences, performers, funders, the Chicago area, and the larger world.

Affirming:● We are bold. We focus on cultures that are poorly understood and we challenge preconceptions. ● We are kind; we support each other.● We are respectful; we represent people as they want to be represented.

Responsible:● We have a growth mindset: we strive for excellence and growth in all we do.● We are transparent and sustainable.● We measure our impact using both numbers and feelings.

Diverse:● We welcome people of all backgrounds – any age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, class, and ability.● We embrace diverse perspectives, even when they seem to be in conflict.● We continue to expand and deepen our relationships with diverse communities and expand and diversify our musical repertoire.